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Degradable cellulose ester

US12262735B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 9, 2023
Grant dateApr 1, 2025
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Expiry dateJan 11, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08L2203/12
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a degradable cellulose ester. The cellulose ester may be formed into tow for use in cigarette filters or into articles, such as molded articles. A basic material, an enzymatic material, or combinations thereof is included in the cellulose ester in order to degrade the cellulose ester.

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